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GJP 254

1991 Triumph 5TA

Cream Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,864 mi
Last recorded3,864 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJP 254
MakeTriumph
Model5TA
Year1991
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2014 3,864 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 May 2011 3,159 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 2,519 miles

Rear Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Triumph 5TA?

Based on 1,474 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
128
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
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GJP 254 is a 1991 Triumph 5TA in Cream with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph 5TA fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJP 254, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph 5TA typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 35 years old, this Triumph 5TA is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJP 254 registered?

GJP 254 is a 1991 Triumph 5TA, first registered on 3 November 1991.

Is GJP 254 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJP 254 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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